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State of Northwest Arkansas Region, Business Analysis Set for Oct. 27
Mervin Jebaraj, the center’s director, will outline the economic highlights in the State of the Northwest Arkansas Region Report and will report on economic data and insights regarding regional housing affordability and the continued impacts of the pandemic.
10/13/2021
In Memoriam: Doyle Z. Williams, Former Walton College Dean
Doyle Zane Williams, former dean of the Sam M. Walton College of Business, passed away Sept. 29 in Silver Spring, Md. He was 81.
10/12/2021
Student Success Spotlight: Sammi Nelson
It’s a long way from Massachusetts. But when Sammi Nelson received a full gymnastics scholarship to the University of Arkansas, the offer was too good to refuse.
09/30/2021
Impact Investors Look to Do Well While Doing Good
The UA working group is an initiative of the Finance Department in the Sam M. Walton College of Business.
09/27/2021
Leadership Walton Student Executive Committee
Morgan Wojciechowski, Amelia Catanzaro, Laura Jo Randall, Quincee Scates, Hanna Strombom, Grayson Malone, Nathan Peck, Zachary Hassan and Alisa Wyant are part of the Walton executive committee.
09/20/2021
Panel Discussion: Impact Investing as a Catalyst for Growth: Building the Ecosystem in Arkansas
Exploring the power of impact investing within local communities — how impact investing can stir economic growth and provide access to capital for diverse entrepreneurs.
09/17/2021
Diversity in the Workplace Panel
This year's Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace Panel takes place virtually from 3:30-4:30 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 23. Register through Handshake.
09/16/2021
Fall 2021 Stock Pitch Competition
William Cross, a current junior finance major with a minor in Japanese, took home first place in the Fall 2021 Stock Pitch Competition
09/13/2021
New Program at U of A to Support Outdoor Recreation Entrepreneurs
A new program is being developed at the U of A that will train and support regional entrepreneurs focused on outdoor recreation-oriented hospitality, service and experience businesses, as well as outdoor industry product design and development start-ups.
09/08/2021
Rogelio Garcia Contreras Named 2020-21 Service Learning Committee Member of the Year
Rogelio Garcia Contreras, a teaching assistant professor who has taught two service learning classes in Walton College, directed multiple service-learning-based honors theses.
09/08/2021
Walton College Business Integrity Leadership Initiative Announces New Fall Programs
The Business Integrity Leadership Initiative at the Walton College is hosting a new Let's Talk program and a new season of The Business Integrity School, a video and podcast series.
09/01/2021
Slay Discusses Climate Change and Supply Chain in CNBC Feature
The Sustainability Consortium’s Christy Slay was featured recently on CNBC and believes the supply chain will be impacted long term by climate change.
08/30/2021
Student Success Spotlight: Synetra Hughes
Hughes coordinates the office’s summer programs, such as the Business Leadership Academy for incoming college freshmen, Fleischer Scholars Program for 11th and 12th grade students and the Technology Awareness Program for students in the fifth to ninth grade.
08/26/2021
Leadership Walton Applications Open
Students enrolled in the Sam M. Walton College of Business now have the opportunity to apply to become a member of Leadership Walton.
08/24/2021
Peters Elected President of Federation of Schools of Accountancy
Gary Peters, professor and department chair of the William Dillard Department of Accounting at the Sam M. Walton College of Business, has been elected president of the Federation of Schools of Accountancy.
08/23/2021
Hughes Named Managing Director of the Dr. Barbara A. Lofton Office of Diversity and Inclusion
In her new role, Synetra Hughes will oversee the execution of recruitment strategies with the Division of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Walton Undergraduate Programs and the Office of Student Success.
08/17/2021
The Dean’s List: Waller Writes Guide for Business School Leaders
Dean Matt Waller publishes The Dean’s List: Leading a Modern Business School, a compilation of lessons learned for current and aspiring business school leaders.
08/16/2021
Student Success Spotlight: Jason Adams
Get to know Jason Adams, associate director of Walton Honors and his impact on students in the Walton Honors program and beyond.
07/28/2021
Clifton Selected as Walton College Employee of the Year
Becca Clifton, director of the Walton Conference Hub and Facilities, has been named employee of the year by the Sam M. Walton College of Business.
07/26/2021
Walton College Executive Education Offers Small Business Classes in Bentonville for Entrepreneurs
Upcoming programs focus on lessons learned by experienced business professionals and the core business knowledge of local startups.
07/23/2021
Fondren Selected as Walton College Employee of the Quarter
Nancy Fondren, coordinator of academic services in the Graduate School of Business, has been named employee of the fourth quarter by the Sam M. Walton College of Business.
07/21/2021
Jebaraj Elected to National Association for Business Economics Board
Mervin Jebaraj, director of the Center for Business and Economic Research at Walton College, has been elected to the National Association for Business Economics Board.
07/19/2021
Goforth Joins NWA Council Executive Committee
Sarah Goforth, executive director of the Office of Entrepreneurship and Innovation, will join the NWA Council Executive Committee.
07/16/2021
Walton College Seniors Receive AWESOME Scholarship
AWESOME, a national nonprofit that advances and transforms the future of supply chain leadership, selected U of A seniors Abby Baird and Anna Fredrick for education scholarships.
07/08/2021
Student Success Spotlight: Sierra Hayes
Northwest Arkansas native Sierra Hayes is the face of Walton College for incoming students. She serves as the college's undergraduate recruiter for the Undergraduate Programs office.
07/07/2021
U of A to Launch Three New Online Bachelor’s Degree Programs
The Sam M. Walton College of Business will launch online bachelor’s degree programs in human resources management and marketing, and the Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences will add an online bachelor’s program in English.
07/02/2021
Student Success Spotlight: Catherine Beasley
Beasley serves as the Associate Director of Student Success for Walton College a program which is introduced to college students in their Freshman Business Connections class, where they can earn their first badge.
06/24/2021
Executive Education to Host Free Small Business Panel Discussion
Walton College Executive Education will offer a free small business panel discussion focusing on lessons learned by startups in Bentonville on June 21.
06/17/2021
Local Startup Lapovations Awarded $100,000 Small Business Award
The grant builds on a similar $1 million Small Business Innovation and Research award Lapovations received from the National Science Foundation in 2020.
06/15/2021
Student Success Spotlight: Trisha DuCote
As one of the career coaches for Walton Career Services, Trisha DuCote works with students from the time they put together their first résumé to negotiating a job offer – an event that is exciting for all, including DuCote.
06/04/2021
Marketing Students Generate Buzz
Matt Barber, Bess Roberts, Savannah Castleberry, Sydney Bates and Jack Parmele received first place for their marketing and brand solutions for an Any’tizer chicken snack promotion. They surveyed college students and let the data tell the story for their solutions.
06/01/2021
Vammen Named New Assistant Director of Business Communication Lab
U of A alumnus and Arkansas educator Liza Vammen has been selected as the new assistant director of the Business Communication Lab at the Sam M. Walton College of Business.
05/24/2021
Blockchain Center of Excellence Launches Initiative Highlighting Female Leaders
The initiative was kicked off by sharing a video spotlight series that is now featured on the center's website and published on the Women in Blockchain playlist on the Walton College YouTube page.
05/21/2021
Recent M.Acc. Graduate Earns Award for Top Scores on CPA Exam
William Martens, a 2019 U of A Master of Accounting graduate, has recently been awarded the Elijah Watt Sells Award for his scores on the four sections of the CPA exam.
05/21/2021
Watch: The SCM Hall of Fame 2021 Overview
This video takes you through the mission and vision of the Supply Chain Hall of Fame.
05/14/2021
Flagship Set To Serve Razorback Student-Athletes In NIL Era
The University of Arkansas has launched a program called "Flagship" to assist Razorback student-athletes in navigating the new Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) rules. This article discusses the resources and support available to student-athletes as they explore opportunities to monetize their personal brands in the NIL era.
05/13/2021
Heard to Serve as Associate Director of Executive Education for Walton College in Little Rock
Walton College has appointed a new Associate Director of Executive Education at the Walton College in Little Rock. Shannon Heard will oversee the college's Executive Education programs and work to develop new initiatives to support professional development in the region.
05/12/2021
Full Circle: Manny Mejia
Manny Mejia's story exemplifies the power of education to transform lives. This Walton College alumnus shares his journey from first-gen student to business executive.
05/07/2021
Cultivating Skills for the Virtual Job Market
Discover how Walton College is equipping students with the essential skills needed for the virtual job market. Learn about their innovative programs and initiatives that prepare students for success in the digital workforce.
05/06/2021
Waller Reappointed Dean of Walton College
Read about the reappointment of Matthew A. Waller as the Dean of Walton College and his vision for advancing business education, innovation, and community engagement.
05/05/2021
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